Local History, Genealogy & Special Collections Programs
Please check the Library's Event Calendar for all upcoming programs.

View a list of recorded programs.

Join the Local History, Genealogy & Special Collections Department staff for our upcoming virtual programs. Attendees of the live programs will have the opportunity to ask questions. All programs are FREE and require registration. Please sign up for the Library's e-newsletter to learn about all of our services and programs. View our previously recorded programs on the Library's Local History YouTube playlist. ASL Interpretation is available upon request; please contact us at least four weeks in advance to ensure this service can be provided.

The Library’s Local History Department is supported, in part, by a general operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State. The Drake House Museum is supported, in part, by a general operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State, administered by the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks and Recreation. Both are supported, in part, by 2022 HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grants from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

Is there a topic or speaker you would like us to present, please let us know!